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    The Varsity

    3.1 (23 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Exterior 2/25/2024
    Scot E.

    I LOVE The Varsity. I was so surprised to drive through Emerson and notice this new location opened. Yes!! The last time I went by it was still drive-through only. I could still get my fav combo, the #1, two chili dogs fries or rings and a drink. The food has been excellent here. Last time I got onion rings with my combo and they were amazing. Don't get your hopes up if you don't know The Varsity. It is fast food but it is my favorite. Lately, there has been a line at the drive through but it goes fairly quickly. The employees are usually smiling and polite. Nice! The address (even on the receipt) says Cartersville but it is just beside the wake park in Emerson. I'd say that is south of Cartersville.

    Garrett O.

    Shocked to see a Varsity this far north. New location. Dining room is still in the process of being built. Drive thru is open. Staff was friendly, staff was fast! Food was sooooooo much better than the Kennesaw location. Truly tasted like the ATL Varsity experience. Pricey? Sit your butt down! You are paying for quality food at an age old establishment. If you don't like what they offer and don't want to pay to match, GO SOMEWHERE ELSE! Packaging was nostalgic; with a new age twist. Loved the little baggies with the napkins and condiments. Double bacon cheese burger combo, with onion rings and I subbed the drink for an orange frosty. Girl at the drive thru convinced me to get a peach turnover, twas NOT disappointed! Coleslaw dog and a chili cheese fry for the girl, all together it was $23. I don't see the issue. Stomach was happy!!!! H A P P Y!!!

    Combo # 2nna Frosted Orange ftw! Just as good as downtown. 1 thing...NEEDS MOAR "Whatllyahave" yelled out.

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    Good was awful. They got our order wrong and they ran out of cheese without telling us until we got our order.

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    6 months ago

    An all time favorite- been going to the Varsity for over 60 years - the best hotdog on earth

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    11 months ago

    Very little seating. Burgers are terrible, worse than McDonalds cheap cheeseburger. Really! The McD is better. Don't waste your time here.

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    2 years ago

    This place is the closest thing you'll find to a Coney Island this side of the mason dixon line. Delicious!!!

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    It was a busy weekend but the drive thru service was very fast & the food was just as good as the downtown Atlanta location.

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    2 years ago

    What a rip off ! $14.47 for 2 chili /cheese dogs , onion ring and small drink .Will not last with those prices for a lunch combo

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    We had an outstanding experience at Table 20. From the moment we sat down, our waiter Nick went…read moreabove and beyond. Our son has celiac disease, and Nick was incredibly knowledgeable and proactive, personally making sure everything was clearly communicated with the chefs so we felt completely comfortable and confident. The atmosphere was very relaxed yet attentive we never had to ask for a thing because Nick was always one step ahead and made sure we had everything we needed. On top of that, he took the time to recommend things to do while we're visiting, which was such a thoughtful touch. We don't live in town, but the downtown area is absolutely amazing, and after this experience, we can't wait to explore it more tomorrow in the daylight. And the food, hands down five stars across the board. We will absolutely be back when passing through, and if you're dining here, ask for Nick!

    Man what a find. Above average experience overall…read more Came in on a Tuesday night around 7:30. Place was busy but not loud at all. Great acoustics. Service was great. Didn't catch his name but he's been there 2-1/2 years he said. Only knock, had to remind him a couple of times to refill my water. They no longer leave carafes of water on the tables as a regular customer complained it was unsanitary. A shame. They should just wash the carafes after each use. Anyway... I ordered a burger with an extra patty. No bun, with cheese, onions and mushrooms as I recall. Here were the two oddities. The meal was served with a single patty and the second patty came out 5 minutes later. Made me think they forgot. Also, the 2 patties were different. One was cooked perfectly and moist. The second was cooked a bit more (but not terribly more) but was dry. The asparagus was fantastic. I do recommend though. Cool spot.

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